Department of Conservation and Recreation

Department of Conservation and Recreation
	Massachusetts Dept. of Conservation and Recreation seal
	Agency logo
Department overview
Formed	2003
Preceding agencies	Metropolitan District Commission; Department of Environmental Management;
Jurisdiction	Massachusetts, United States
Headquarters	State Transportation Building, 10 Park Plaza, Suite 6620, Boston, MA 02116
Department executive	Brian Arrigo, Commissioner;
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The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is a state agency of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, United States, situated in the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. It is best known for its parks and parkways. The DCR's mission is "To protect, promote and enhance our common wealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the well-being of all." The agency is the largest landowner in Massachusetts.

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